The School of Life Sciences at the University of Sussex is a leading centre of research, ranked in the top 10 in the UK in the Government's Research Excellence Framework (2014). Students on our postgraduate courses will have the opportunity to work alongside academic experts on world-leading research. Life Sciences at Sussex is renowned for offering a global outlook and positive approaches to our research and your studies.

MSc or MRes?

The School offers a range of Masters of Science (MSc) and Masters of Research (MRes) degrees. An MRes features a larger research component and is ideal for students interested in continuing onto a research career. An MSc degree contains a smaller research component alongside taught modules, and is suitable for students interested in a broader range of careers.

MRes in Conservation Biology

This MRes is based around an in-depth research project in conservation biology. Students will gain an advanced, global outlook on conservation and approaches to the challenges facing nature. The degree will allow students to move on to a PhD, as well as providing the knowledge and skills required for a career in conservation biology.

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Funding opportunities

The University of Sussex is proud to offer a range of postgraduate funding awards, in order to help talented students to study at Sussex. Find out more about available funding awards by visiting our funding database.

Brighton campus

All of this, as well as a fabulous campus location. Nestled in the South Downs National Park, minutes from the cosmopolitan city of Brighton, 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport and an hour from London, Sussex is one of the UK's most ideally situated universities.